Gastroenterology
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Interval FITs could cut colonoscopies in those at above-average risk
Two or more negative tests could suggest less need for colonoscopy at 5 years, especially in those with a family history of colon cancer.
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Does obesity blunt effects of vitamin D supplementation?
‘There seems to be something different happening with vitamin D metabolism at higher body weights,’ said the author of a new paper.
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Updated celiac disease guideline addresses common clinical questions
The “discussion on the lack of evidence behind gluten-detection devices and probiotic use in celiac disease addresses conversations that come up...
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Scant evidence for proton pump inhibitor role in gastric cancer
A new study could help resolve a controversy over one of the most serious side effects attributed to the widely used medications.
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‘Clinical paradox’? Bariatric surgery may protect from GI cancers
The study marks “an important step toward improving the understanding of potential lifetime risks of bariatric surgery and overall major health...
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Two drug classes appear effective for gastroparesis treatment
“There are very few licensed therapies, but some novel drugs are in the pipeline, some existing drugs that are licensed for other conditions could...
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Strong support to provide DAA therapy to all patients with HCV
The findings highlight a “substantial need to provide DAA therapy to all patients with HCV, regardless of disease stage or financial status.”
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PPI use in type 2 diabetes links with cardiovascular events
Prospective data from almost 20,000 people with type 2 diabetes show that proton pump inhibitor use is linked with significantly more...
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Earlier colorectal cancer screening appears cost-effective in overweight, obese patients
Starting colonoscopy at age 45 seems to be cost-effective for both men and women.
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Science reveals link between gut health and exercise motivation
Researchers did a study to find out why some lab mice seem to love their exercise wheel, while others mostly ignore it.
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Lifestyle changes may reduce colorectal cancer risk
Decreases in alcohol consumption were significantly associated with a reduction in CRC risk among participants aged 55 years or younger at...